Memorandum Order No. 386, issued on July 15, 1996, directs key government departments in the Philippines to develop and enhance marine science research and development programs, with a focus on coastal resource management and offshore technologies. A committee is established, chaired by the Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology, to formulate and submit a proposal by July 31, 1996. This initiative aims to address the need for effective development and protection of the country's coastal resources. The proposal should be coordinated through the Science and Technology Coordinating Council.
July 15, 1996
MEMORANDUM ORDER NO. 386
| TO | : | The Secretary |
| Department of Environment and Natural Resources | ||
| The Secretary | ||
| Department of Agriculture | ||
| The Secretary | ||
| Department of Science and Technology | ||
| The Secretary | ||
| Department of Education, Culture and Sports | ||
| The Chairman | ||
| Commission on Higher Education | ||
| SUBJECT | : | Expansion of Marine Science Research and Development (R&D) Programs |
In view of the need to develop and protect the country's coastal resources, you are hereby directed to formulate a proposal to expand research and development programs on marine science to include coastal resources management and off-shore technologies. cdt
In this regard, you are hereby constituted as a Committee, with the Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology as Chairman, to undertake the above task and submit the Proposal on or before July 31, 1996 through the Science and Technology Coordinating Council (STCC), Department of Science and Technology (DOST), Bicutan, Taguig, Metro Manila (Tel/Fax: 837-29-32).
For compliance, July 15, 1996.